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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 64-bit Processeur : Core i5-7500 / Ryzen 5 1600 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce GTX 1080 / Radeon RX 6800S DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 10 GB d'espace disque disponible Prise en charge VR: SteamVR. Oculus Touch/Valve Index

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Geforce RTX 2070 / Radeon RX 6800 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 10 GB d'espace disque disponible Prise en charge VR: SteamVR. Oculus Touch/Valve Index

Subside

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Released September 17, 2024
sample: 405 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
94/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 97 % · 523 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
24,50€ 14,70€ -40%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Subside straps players straight into the water with virtual reality, where 50 mentions single out the VR integration as the core anchor of the entire voyage. The waters hold up remarkably well post-launch, securing a 96 percent positive rating across 405 recent reviews and an overwhelmingly positive 97 percent overall score.

What it's about: Subside est une expérience aquatique immersive en réalité virtuelle qui offre de nombreuses zones à explorer et vous fait interagir avec des créatures marines plus vraies que nature. Son réalisme hors pair recrée dans les moindres détails le plaisir de la plongée et de la nage en eaux peu profondes

In-game

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« I'm using this game as exposure therapy for my extreme fear of diving. I haven't been able to play much but it is helping. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 1 h played11
« Amazing Horror game...damn you Yellow-edged moray. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 2 h played1
« too short ;( i rly would love more maps »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 6 h played1
« Excellente découvert , franchement très très immersif , un rendu graphique exceptionnel , bluffant ! Détente , recherche , nature ...etc a ne manqué pour rien au monde !!!!!!!! »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2024 · 20 h played
« Jeu vraiment immersif ! Graphique superbe , et gameplay intéressant . J'espère vraiment qu'il y aura des mises à jours avec d'autres lieu à explorer ! Merci au développeur , c'est du beau boulot . »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2024 · 8 h played
« Terrible controls which quickly lead to nausea. That is all. »
👎 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 0 h played2
« Very Realistic And good But It takes a bit too long to find the goal and Unlock the next level, It feels very fluid and good but it starts to get boring after a while... »
👎 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 1 h played
« Vraiment impressionnant et très bien fait: on s'y croirait. En plus ça fait faire du sport en remuant les bras :-)) »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2024 · 22 h played
« Just want to say thank you to the developpers Magnificent experience! game finished »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2024 · 10 h played

In players' words

« I'm using this game as exposure therapy for my extreme fear of diving. I haven't been able to play much but it is helping. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 1 h played11
« Terrible controls which quickly lead to nausea. That is all. »
👎 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 0 h played2
« Amazing Horror game...damn you Yellow-edged moray. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 2 h played1
« Very Realistic And good But It takes a bit too long to find the goal and Unlock the next level, It feels very fluid and good but it starts to get boring after a while... »
👎 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 1 h played
« too short ;( i rly would love more maps »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 6 h played1
« Vraiment impressionnant et très bien fait: on s'y croirait. En plus ça fait faire du sport en remuant les bras :-)) »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2024 · 22 h played
« Excellente découvert , franchement très très immersif , un rendu graphique exceptionnel , bluffant ! Détente , recherche , nature ...etc a ne manqué pour rien au monde !!!!!!!! »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2024 · 20 h played
« Just want to say thank you to the developpers Magnificent experience! game finished »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2024 · 10 h played
« Jeu vraiment immersif ! Graphique superbe , et gameplay intéressant . J'espère vraiment qu'il y aura des mises à jours avec d'autres lieu à explorer ! Merci au développeur , c'est du beau boulot . »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2024 · 8 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
89 % pos · n=140
Graphics / art
99 % pos · n=122
Content / longevity
35 % pos · n=49
Audio / music
96 % pos · n=27
Performance
75 % pos · n=12
Value for money
67 % pos · n=6
Stability / bugs
60 % pos · n=5
Story / writing
0 % pos · n=2
Multiplayer
0 % pos · n=2
Interface / UX
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay14012596
Graphics / art12212110
Content / longevity49172012
Audio / music272610
Performance12912
Value for money6402
Stability / bugs5302
Story / writing2002
Multiplayer2002
Interface / UX1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 7 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.4 h.

🪤 60 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
83 % (n=52)
2-10h
97 % (n=233)
10-25h
100 % (n=108)
>25h
100 % (n=12)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Sep 2024 : 99% positive99SepOct 2024 : 97% positive97OctNov 2024 : 97% positive97NovDec 2024 : 97% positive97DecJan 2025 : 96% positive96JanJun 2026 : 96% positive96JunJul 2026 : 94% positive94Jul

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

0,2 % Hardcore

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 40 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 10,1 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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This game on Twitch

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Strengths

  • Visual fidelity shines brightly beneath the surface, driving 121 positive mentions out of 122 regarding the graphics.
  • Core mechanics hook players effectively, showing 125 positive mentions out of 140 for overall gameplay.
  • Audio design creates a calming atmosphere, backed by 26 positive mentions out of 27.
  • Deep-sea exploration captures imaginations, with 35 specific mentions highlighting the thrill of discovery.

Weaknesses

  • Content depth leaves some wanting more, resulting in 12 negative mentions and 20 mixed responses out of 49 total mentions.
  • Technical hiccups surface occasionally, drawing 2 negative mentions out of 5 concerning bugs.

Who is it for?

Virtual reality enthusiasts looking for a breathtaking, relaxing aquatic simulator and exploration experience.

Is Subside worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 97% of 523 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: Visual fidelity shines brightly beneath the surface, driving. Current price: 14,70€ (40% off).

Verdict

Subside delivers a strikingly immersive underwater escape that overwhelmingly satisfies virtual reality divers. Even though content volume sparks some debate, the gorgeous visuals and smooth mechanics make this a journey worth taking.

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Subside: 94/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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